Free Playground Explorations Program

Free Summer Drop-in Program for Ages 6 - 14

June 9 - August 8, 2025

Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Trained leaders will plan, organize, and direct Playground Explorations in science, technology, engineering, art, music, math, reading and writing! Activities may include team-building challenges, story times, hands-on learning experiences, recreational games/activities, and lots of fun! FREE breakfast and lunch are provided in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Dubuque and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Program Locations

  • Allison-Henderson Park, 1500 Loras Blvd. 
  • Flora Park, 2605 Pennsylvania Ave.
    • Meet by the blue pavilion by the horseshoe pit 
  • Murphy Park, 1700 S. Grandview Ave. 
  • Jackson Park, 1500 Main St.

Comiskey Park Meal Program

Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Free breakfast and lunch will be provided for youth and staff will be available to enage parkgoers, assist with outdoor equipment needs, and answer questions. Meal times to be announced. Follow us on Facebook for updates! 

Rainout Hotline

If weather conditions are questionable, please call the Recreation Department Rainout Hotline at 563-589-4386 for an update on the status of activities including cancellations and postponements.

Contact Us

  1. Brian Feldott  |  email
    Recreation Program Supervisor

    Phone: 563-589-4316
    TTY/TRS: 711 or 800-735-2942 (Relay Iowa)
    Fax: 563-589-4391

    Parks & Recreation Department
    2200 Bunker Hill Rd. Dubuque, IA 52001

    Hours
    Monday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
    Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    Saturday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.